Project Overview

The project is located in Northampton County and in the town of Cape Charles. The county has a population of 12,226. Old Cape Charles Road (Route 642) is a rural major collector roadway.

The purpose of the project is to provide safety improvements and enhance access to the Cape Charles Harbor. The roadway will consist of two 12’ lanes and 8’ width shoulders with 4’ being paved, which will accommodate bicycles and pedestrians. Residents will be notified in advance of construction.

Project Update

The Route 642 Reconstruction project was advertised for construction in March 2016. Kevcor Contracting Corporation was awarded the contract for $4 million. Notice to Proceed was given on June 3, 2016, and construction will begin in August 2016.

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